A 14-year-old Hispanic male with no insurance was brought to the school-based health center by his parent who was concerned about the son's weight loss. A health history and preliminary lab screens performed in the health center indicated diabetes. The student was referred for specialty care. The young man has since attended a summer camp for diabetics and is now successfully managing his own care. He is active in sports and is well adjusted and happy. The school-based health center provided early diagnosis before there was the trauma and resulting fears of an emergency situation, and continues to provide support and care to this student and his family.